2021 GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE

4 recalls, 57 complaints - 6 TSBs

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:MATERIALS:FLOORING

Defect Description

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Grand Design Solitude fifth wheel trailers. The step tread joints may be unsupported, causing the tread to break.

Consequence

A broken step increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will reinforce the current step tread with a metal bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910048.

21,982 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Grand Design RV, LLC

SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE

Defect Description

Grand Design RV, LLC. (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Momentum and Solitude fifth wheels, equipped with certain CURT 7000 and 8000 lb axles. The U-bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can cause the axle to move out of position.

Consequence

An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the U-bolts, as necessary. Any damaged components will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2023. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for th... Read more

6,270 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Grand Design RV, LLC

EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR

Defect Description

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Momentum, Solitude, and Reflection recreational vehicles. A 110-volt wire in the refrigerator cabinet may be improperly secured, which could result in the wire contacting the refrigerator cooling unit, causing an electrical arc.

Consequence

An electrical arc increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace any damaged wiring, and properly secure the wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 21, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910026.

43,421 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Grand Design RV, LLC

EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR

Defect Description

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Solitude recreational trailers. The liquid propane (LP) supply line that runs through the exterior lower refrigerator compartment may contact the burner tube of the refrigerator, possibly damaging the line and causing an LP gas leak... Read more

Consequence

An LP gas leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the LP supply line for damage, replacing it as necessary. All lines in the vicinity of the burner tube will be wrapped in a thermal foil heat barrier material, then secured away from the burner tube of the refrigerator with additional P-clam... Read more

8,161 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Grand Design RV, LLC

Complaint Statistics

57 total complaints 1 fires 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	12
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	9
POWER TRAIN	8
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	6
SERVICE BRAKES	3
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER	2
EQUIPMENT	2
STRUCTURE:BODY	2
STEERING	2
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC	2

Incident date: Aug 24, 2026

*I believe the frame to my Grand Design RV is broken/failing again and is available for inspection. *If the frame fails and breaks it will come detached from the tow vehicle possibly injuring or worse killing people. *The problem is visible to see as there is at least one broken weld and lag bolts/s... Read more

Incident date: Mar 10, 2024

The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the message “Power Low” was displayed, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was taken to a Walmart, and metal shavings were found in the oil. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, and the co... Read more

Incident date: Dec 31, 1969

My engine lights turned on Friday, April 24th and I brought in my vehicle to a local dealership on Monday, April 27th. I was informed it was due to a faulty catalytic converter and it was replaced under warranty. The services was completed on Tuesday, April 29th and took my vehicle home. On May 7th,... Read more

Incident date: Dec 31, 1969

The vehicle has coolant intrusion, and engine has been reported knock. Before the incident, I called the Bloomfield office to book an appointment, I was put on call waiting but no response, I booked the appointment online, no confirmation. I then booked another appointment and went to Springfield, V... Read more

Incident date: Dec 31, 1969

My son was driving down the road and the truck shut off in the middle turn lane. He safety was at risk because he was stranded in the middle of the road and everyone was driving around him. The truck was towed to the dealership and was found to have a faulty fuel pump. There was no warning light th... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2026

Frame flex from broken welds on the pin box to the frame. It’s a very wide know thing across many GD models that used this same frame / pin box. I have pictures showing the angle of the pin box once weights applied, it’s a safety issue and there’s tons of people online having the same issue.

Incident date: Apr 29, 2026

I am submitting a new safety complaint regarding my 2021 Grand Design Solitude 380FL, VIN [XXX] . On my first trip out this year (4/29/2026), while towing approximately 20 miles to a nearby campsite, the off-door-side cargo compartment door again opened during transit. As a direct result, a bucket ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 23, 2024

Sunroof cracking, shattering

Incident date: Aug 23, 2024

Seatbelt got stuck between seat and seat frame. Seatbelt was stuck in the locked position and was neither able to be retracted or pulled out rendering the seatbelt unusable. This is a huge safety concern as we were stranded at night with small children and unable to use the seatbelt. A recall should... Read more

Incident date: Aug 23, 2024

Incident date: Jun 23, 2025

The head gasket was failing and the spark plugs were enduring spark blowout and the car was misfiring occasionally I tried entering the highway and as I was merging to the highway and getting up to speed the car suddenly starting flashing the check engine light and wouldn’t accelerate anymore when... Read more

Incident date: Jun 23, 2025

Incident date: Nov 18, 2024

Vehicle would not steer lost power steering and loud noise. Had the vehicle towed to a mechanic. The mechanic informed me that the bolts for the electronic power steering had corroded causing the electronic steering motor to fall. He told me that it is a problem with these cars and gave me a referen... Read more

Incident date: Nov 18, 2024

Incident date: Sep 11, 2024

I purchased a 2023 Cadillac CT5 from a Cadillac dealership in Cleveland, Ohio on June 24th, 2025 with slightly under 18K miles. On July 30th, I took the car to a local Cadillac dealer due to on a few occasions, while driving down the highway, the car went into "decreased acceleration, drive with ca... Read more

Incident date: Sep 11, 2024

When moving very slow in my gravel driveway, slightly rutted with grass growing in the center, the emergency braking activated hard enough to whiplash my neck locking the front left wheel. My speed was probably less the 5 MPH.

1 injured

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a rea... Read more

Incident date: May 7, 2025

This model of 2019 Malibu, does not have the function to shut off the auto start/stop feature. I have had the car for a few years and in the past year this feature has begun to malfunction multiple times at random. When in drive and approaching a stop sign or red light the Malibu will engage in the ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 3, 2025

2024 GMC DENALI HD with approx. 12, 500 miles: The truck is constantly going into limp mode. Driving down the road, first it feels like the wheels lock up with a loud noise. Immediately goes into limp mode and check engine light comes on. Took it to the dealer yesterday 6/3/25 for repairs. I ju... Read more

Incident date: Jan 3, 2025

Front lights started dimming about the middle of April 2025 and now both back lights are out at the same time on June 3rd 2025.The car makes a rough grinding noise as it switches gears.

Incident date: Aug 20, 2021

Please note this is reported by tens of thousands of 2016-2017 Honda Accord. When the inside temperature is above a threshold, there is continuous high volume static and high pitched sound coming from all speakers. The head unit does not respond to any user interaction like switching off the radio ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 20, 2021

Incident date: May 2, 2025

Was driving vehicle on freeway at normal speeds and the vehicle lost propulsion. Engine was off and vehicle said to shift to neutral and restart. I was able to exit the freeway safely (barely) to the median. Vehicle would not restart. It has the L87 engine which is under recall. Vehicle is at d... Read more

Incident date: May 2, 2025

My 2018 Ford Focus (DPS6 dual-clutch automatic transmission) suffers from severe hesitation and shuddering when accelerating from a stop, especially under 10 mph. More concerning, the car has stalled multiple times while merging into traffic and during right turns at intersections. We can no longer ... Read more

Incident date: May 2, 2025

Incident date: Oct 31, 2024

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-350. The contact stated that upon inspecting the oil level, the dipstick had fractured in half. In addition, the contact stated that the dipstick was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure ... Read more

Incident date: May 6, 2024

I purchased a 2020 Chevy Silverado 2.7 turbo RST from Greg young Chevy in Omaha Nebraska. Upon purchasing this vehicle within 20 days of ownership I got a check engine light indicating code P2090 for exhaust camshaft position sensor. The truck was taken back to the dealership and they at first tried... Read more

Incident date: Sep 1, 2024

Gear selector

Incident date: Jan 13, 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality temporarily. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with low voltag... Read more

Incident date: Jan 13, 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, both the ABS and traction co... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2024

Tire pressure monitor sensor will not stay off. Car has been taken back to the dealer several times and they are unable to keep it off. Was told by the dealer service manager that "it's just a light" and that I "should be ok." Called Honda and submit a ticket for them to handle it with the dealershi... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2024

Known issues with wiring cause check engine light to come on and also now the door open sensors to stay on. Just paid $800 for a known issue to the wiring that a Kia technical bulletin wss issued for, however the cost was left to the customer.

Incident date: Jul 1, 2024

Incident date: Jun 30, 2021

Steele North Star texted me about a Recall for ABS module on my RAM truck. “Steele North Start CJDR - Service Hi [XXX] , this is Steele North Star Dodge. We are contacting you to let you know that there is a recall on your 2021 Ram 1500. This recall is for ABS Module Configuration. We would love... Read more

Incident date: Jun 30, 2021

Service Trailer Brake system message is appearing.

Incident date: Jun 30, 2021

My former employer Municipal Utilities/City of Poplar Bluff manager TF, added an air tag or tracking device to my [XXX] Mother's car, who is a retired DOI employee. He also remotely updated the audio system. I spoke to the service Manager at the Poplar Bluff, MO Ford dealership and he said the au... Read more

Incident date: Aug 24, 2024

Radar structed ,blind spot off,brake system light on

Incident date: Aug 24, 2024

Radar structed ,blind spot off,brake system light on

Incident date: Aug 24, 2024

The contact owns a 2015 Toyota RAV4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of... Read more

Incident date: Dec 15, 2024

The stock head unit (Model #: CA645UL) in my vehicle has been having Bluetooth issues. Every since I purchased the vehicle in 2016, from time to time, the audio from my Bluetooth would cut out and then come back on. It was only once in a blue moon ever since I bought the car, so I never paid much at... Read more

Incident date: Dec 12, 2024

While driving my entire dashboard went off. No speedometer, No Tach, No fuel gauge, No odometer, nothing. Replaced appropriate fuse still out. Vehicle has just over 36,000 miles

Incident date: Oct 4, 2024

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle shuddered. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The ma... Read more

Incident date: Oct 4, 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle was making an abnormal rattling sound on cold starts. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving from a complete stop and while coming to a stop. The contact also stated that the vehicle was experiencing rou... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2024

There was a recall on 2020 Ford Fusions in 2022 on flex plate. My car miles at 90,000 and I started to hear the ticking noise. I did my research and I seen that it has the same noise that my car is making now. I called the dealership and the dealership said that I had no active recalls on my car and... Read more

Incident date: Jul 22, 2023

I bought this car in March 2020. We took it to the Kingsport, TN Lexus dealer Sept. 14, 2020 for several warranty issues and a recall factory interior front door handle replacement. Today, 9/3/24 the front driver’s side interior door handle broke and the door cannot be opened from inside the car. ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 22, 2023

To whom it may concern, I would like to inform you that I have been experiencing engine power loss and oil evaporation from my Sonata. In fact, I took the vehicle for an oil change in April 26, 2024 and by August 1, 2024, my car was not accelarating and the dashboard was completely illuminated with ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 22, 2023

The contact owns a 2021 Highland Ridge RV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21E071000 (Equipment); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2022

Rear windows “doggie window” leaks in the rain and car washes . Been told a software upgrade is needed.

Incident date: Jul 1, 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop and depressing the accelerator pedal, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted and the vehicle jerked forward. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermitten... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2024

The coolant bypass valve was constructed of poor quality plastic, and has cracked at a mere 50,000 miles. It's Leaking coolant into the sensor. Along with potentially causing major damage to the engine.

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Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE

6 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	2
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	2
160000 STRUCTURE	2

160000 STRUCTURE

TSB 24-001 Issued in March on March 7th. Concern: Complaint of upper deck flex which results in cosmetic damages to the interior and excessive flex at the pin box. Remedy : The procedure outlined in attached summary to assess damages if any

160000 STRUCTURE

The rear upper deck on Solitude ST390RK models produced prior to June 6, 2022 may not be properly supported. As a result, the rear upper deck floor may sag slightly at the sidewalls. Remedy: The remedy includes the use of additional fasten

350000 EQUIPMENT

Gray Tank has an uncapped plumbing hole on top of tank on ST346FLS select units.

350000 EQUIPMENT

There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for January 2021 for Grand Design RV, LLC.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for February 2021 for Grand Design RV, LLC.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for March 2021 for Grand Design RV, LLC.

GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE across all model years (2013, 2024).

41 Total Recalls

254 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

2 Reported Crashes

3 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	0	5	View
2025	0	1	View
2024	4	13	View
2023	6	34	View
2022	7	74	View
2021 (current)	4	57
2020	3	24	View
2019	4	9	View
2018	3	5	View
2017	2	14	View
2016	3	5	View
2015	2	6	View
2014	2	7	View
2013	1	0	View

Other GRAND DESIGN Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
GRAND DESIGN	0	0	View
IMAGINE	0	0	View
LINEAGE	0	0	View
MOMENTUM	0	0	View
MOMENTUM 355TH	0	0	View
MOMENTUM 380TH	0	0	View
MOMENTUM 385TH	0	0	View
REFLECTION	0	0	View

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2021 GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE

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Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE

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